Pa O’Dwyer, the Irish strongman known for his incredible physical strength, died, the organizers behind Giants Live confirmed on January 3, 2026. A cause of death was not immediately disclosed. The news shocked fans and colleagues everywhere as they grappled with the fact that O’Dwyer had passed.
“Giants Live is devastated to have to share the news that strength legend, family man & all around amazing human Pa O’Dwyer has died at the age of 40,” Giants Live announced in a statement.
Calling O’Dwyer a “true gentleman” and “an even greater human being and, without doubt, one of the funniest, most unforgettable characters the world has ever known,” Giants Live added that the late bodybuilder “brought strength, laughter and warmth wherever he went and truly was one of life’s larger-than-life personalities.”
“Anyone who met him will surely have a story to tell,” the organization added. “From everyone at Giants Live and we are sure we speak on behalf of the entire Strongman community: Rest in Power, Pa. You will be deeply missed, but never forgotten. With our love.”
Below, News47.us has rounded up five facts about O’Dwyer.
During a 2021 interview with the Irish Sun, O’Dwyer reflected on his childhood growing up in rural Ireland.
